Community resources

We have put together this list of resources to help you find the services you need.

We do not guarantee the accuracy of the information. We do not recommend or endorse any particular provider, nor do we make any judgment about the quality of care given by any provider.

Community resource information for COVID-19

GISD staff have reached out to area organizations for details about available or changed services during this ongoing situation. See below for details.

State-wide

Aunt Bertha's Social Care Network

Search for free or reduced cost services like medical care, food, job training, and more by zip code. Please see the the Social Care Network website to enter your zip code and connect to services in your area.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

For up to date information about the COVID-19 outbreak, please check the CDC website.

The CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (e.g., grocery stores and pharmacies), especially in areas of significant community-based transmission. Here are instructions on how to make a no-sew mask.

Emergency information with Smart911

When you register for Smart911, you can share lifesaving information about your household with supported 9-1-1 centers and receive targeted emergency alerts. Register for Smart911

Frontline Childcare

On this site you will find information on child care options for Texas' frontline workers fighting to stop the spread of COVID-19. This website is an initiative of Governor Greg Abbott in coordination with multiple agencies. If you are a frontline worker needing assistance with childcare visit the portal at https://frontlinechildcare.texas.gov/ for more information.

North Texas Food Bank

The North Texas Food Bank Feeding Network of Partner Agencies is their largest and most robust method of getting food to families in need. Please see the North Texas Food Bank website for agency locations and hours of operation. They are working to continuously update this list with the latest information, though please call the agency location before arrival.

United Way

United Way has a COVID-19 Community Economic Relief Fund. They will help with bills, rent and food. Call 1-866-211-9966 and provide your zip code to be given a list of local agencies to provide assistance.

Garland

Catholic Charities

Call 214-389-1340 for an interview. They provide food and support with air/heat.

Good Samaritans

They are practicing social distrancing and if a person is coughing or sneezing, then they ask they wear a mask.

Hope Clinic

Call for appointment 972-485-9292. They are open for medical-emotional health needs.

Hope in Hand Food Pantry operated by First Christian Church, Rowlett

GISD area families are our client base. We have waived the registration process. Our new DRIVE THRU process is as follows:

Pull up under the covered porch

Know on the door and show your ID through the glass. The volunteers will take a picture of it so we can keep up with families helped

Tell them how many family members you have in your household

Get back in your car

AFTER the volunteers put the groceries on the porch, then you may get out and place them in your car

We appreciate you adhering to these new rules. Our volunteers are all in the high risk category, so we want to keep them safe so they can continue to serve GISD families in need.

Life Message

Operating as usual. Food pantry hours are M, W, F from noon-4 p.m. Registration for new clients requires proof of residency and picture ID. Those 60 and older come in on Thursday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. No zip code or income restrictions for all programs. For more information call 972-475-9800.

City of Dallas COVID-19 Resource Hotline

The City of Dallas has launched an automated COVID-19 resource hotline. It has information about unemployment assistance, job search, rental / mortgage assistance, mental health, social services, etc. The hotline number 214-670-INFO and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

DALLAS RESIDENT RESOURCE GUIDES

Parkland Memorial Hospital

Parkland Memorial Hospital has a COVID-19 Patient Line at 214-590-8060. Answered 24 hours.

School Meal Finder

School Meal Finder is for students through age 18 and 19 during the school year, and students with disabilities regardless of age. Select your state and/or provide your address to find Grab and Go meal sites (breakfast and lunch) while schools are closed at the School Meal Finder website.

General community resources

Due to COVID-19, there may be changes to services offered by these organizations. Contact them for details.

The Garland Overnight Warming Station (GLOWS) Coalition is committed to providing emergency sheltering during life-threatening cold weather for residents and displaced individuals in need of temporary assistance.